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Antique Treen 19thc Fruitwood Book Snuff Box. English C1840-60.
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Antique Treen 19thc Fruitwood Book Snuff Box. English C1840-60.

19th century
Sold 2 September 2024 · Mark Seabrook Antiques
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One of the best small "book" snuff boxes I have bought....it is of a lovely size with an amazing colour that fruitwood goes and is shaped into the form of a book with attractive pattern on the front and reverse and raised rib on the spine ...like a real book...it is in excellent condition with no cracks or restoration.

English. C1840-60.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9.7cm (3.82")
Width
5.1cm (2.01")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

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SA1090351
Dealers Internal Reference
MS 8083
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One of the best small "book" snuff boxes I have bought....
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it is of a lovely size with an amazing colour that fruitwood goes and is shaped into the form of a book with attractive pattern on the front and reverse and raised rib on the spine.
Mark Seabrook Antiques

...like a real book...it is in excellent condition with no cracks or restoration.

English. C1840-60.

Height
9.7cm (3.82")
Width
5.1cm (2.01")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Seabrook Antiques has dated this Antique Wooden Snuff Box to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1090351
Dealers Internal Ref
MS 8083
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Mark Seabrook Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2020

Specialising in 17/18thc oak & country furniture, antique treen, early metalware & english pottery.

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Antique Treen 19thc Fruitwood Book Snuff Box. English C1840-60.

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A small 19th-century fruitwood snuff box carved in the shape of a miniature leather-bound book with simulated spine bands.
Antique Treen 19thc Fruitwood Book Snuff Box. English C1840-60.
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A small 19th-century fruitwood snuff box carved in the shape of a miniature leather-bound book with simulated spine bands.
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  • ObjectDecorative Boxes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialFruitwood
  • ColourWarm Brown
  • MotifsSimulated book spine, Tooled border design, Carved page edges
  • SizeH 9.7 cm (4 in) x W 5.1 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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Treen refers to small, functional wooden domestic objects made by turning or carving, highly collectable for their tactile history and craftsmanship.

Makers frequently utilised dense hardwoods such as fruitwood, boxwood, and lignum vitae, chosen for their durability and fine grain.

Authenticity is determined by natural patina, tool marks indicating hand-carving or early turning techniques, and age-appropriate wear and shrinkage.

These small objects integrate well into modern interiors when displayed on a bookshelf, coffee table, or desk as part of a curated collection.

Maintenance requires avoiding water and harsh chemicals, relying instead on occasional applications of microcrystalline wax to protect the natural finish.
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